National awareness holidays and national health observances are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Observances like Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month help amplify stories and rally support for the kids who need it the most.
Awareness months, weeks and days help bring a greater understanding of illnesses and issues that affect children. Awareness days and observances are a great time to fundraise, spread the word or reach out to friends or family members who are facing a diagnosis or illness. Find out how you can help.
National Handwashing Awareness Week (December 1 -7)
World AIDS Day (December 1)
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3)
How You Can Help
Lurie Children’s works to improve the health and well-being of patients affected by childhood illnesses. With your support, we can ensure that every child has the chance at a healthier future.
Donate your birthday. Host a lemonade stand. Climb a mountain. You can do anything to raise money for the patients and families at Lurie Children’s! By creating a fundraiser, you help amplify our mission to provide healthier futures for kids.
As a nonprofit hospital, we rely on your support to research better treatments and cures for kids. Your gift can also help support families facing a difficult diagnosis and treatment.
Your voice can change the future for kids. Increased awareness of childhood illnesses will help drive funding for research, treatment and care. Spread the word on social media.
Every Child Update is a monthly e-newsletter from Lurie Children's focusing on inspiring patient stories, advances in patient care and research, and opportunities to get involved with the hospital.
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